Certifications
ACFAS Artrhosocopy Course
2013
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
2012
Basic AO Techniques
2012
Leadership Experience
2012 – 2013
The Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Assistant Clerkship Director
Responsibilities included: Reviewing student applications, organizing 3 month core student schedules, along with monthly student schedules.
Des Moines University, Des Moines, Iowa
- Pi Delta National Podiatric Honor Society Vice- President 2010 – 2011
- Des Moines University Technology Committee 2008 – 2011
- Des Moines University Student Ambassador 2008 – 2011
- College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Interview Committee 2009 – 2010
- Des Moines University Academic tutor 2007 – 2008
- Founding Member of Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity Chapter 2001
Career Experience
2016 – 2017
OrthoArizona, Gilbert, Arizona
2015 – 2017
East Valley Foot & Ankle Specialist, LLC, Mesa, Arizona
Private Practice
2014 – 2015
Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Bradenton, Florida
Fellow in Advance Foot & Ankle Surgery
2012 – 2014
The Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Resident in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Completed Outside Rotations: Orthopedic Trauma, Burn Trauma, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Psychiatry, Plastic Surgery
2011 – 2012
INOVA – Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, Virginia
Resident in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
2010
Des Moines University, Des Moines, Iowa
Lower Limb Anatomy Teaching Assistant
Medical Education
May 2011
Des Moines University, College of Podiatric Medicine, Des Moines, Iowa
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine NBPME Part I July 2009 – Passed
NBPME Part II March 2011 – Passed
NBPME Part III June 2012 – Passed
Pi Delta National Podiatric Honor Society, Iota Chapter
Des Moines University Merit Scholarship, 2006-2011
Outstanding Academic Achievement Awards in Cell Biology, Microbiology, and Pharmacology 2007-2008
2004 – 2006
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, Illinois
Genetic Engineering Dean’s List 2004-2006
2000 – 2004
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri
Biochemistry Major, Theological Studies Dean’s List 2000-2004
Honors
Research Activities
Incidence of re-amputation following partial 1st ray amputation associated with diabetes mellitus and neuropathy.
Co-authored with: Brian T. Dix, DPM; Alan R. Catanzariti DPM
Pre-operative anemia in hindfoot and ankle fusions
Co-authored with; Brian T. Dix, DPM; Alan R. Catanzariti DPM
Professional Memberships
- American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- Pi Delta National Podiatric Honor Society